News Updates
Below is our Summer 2021 Newsletter dedicated to Terminal Risk Management. If you’d like to receive these topics directly in your email box, click here. If you’d like to learn more about these topics or speak with a consultant, please Contact Us.
A key function of storage terminals is to provide critical buffer volume for the global supply network. Due to their large storage capacities, terminals have had large, albeit rare, losses from fires and explosions. BakerRisk has applied their investigative experience and lessons learned to the quantitative and qualitative safety studies we conduct to support capital projects. Learn more about our holistic approach to review terminal safety systems and identify gaps in existing processes and developing new processes. Read more.
The concept of a Fire Hazard Analysis (FHA) is referenced in many standards, practices, and guidance documents that are applied in industry. The analysis efforts may also be bundled with other hazard requirements in standards and guidance documents that are often vague and somewhat subjective when discussing FHA methodology. This document provides field tested suggestions and best practices to help bridge the gap between the standards and fire hazard studies. Download PDF.
For over 30 years we at BakerRisk have helped our clients improve their understanding and management of their risk with our industry-leading expertise. BakerRisk can ensure that our clients receive the exact training they need by customizing courses based on each client’s knowledge and needs. Upcoming Courses
BakerRisk is pleased to announce the launch of the new version of its proprietary Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) software, HACTool.
BakerRisk, an employee-owned risk management consulting firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Vilas as Chief Executive Officer. Following a robust executive search process, Ms. Vilas assumed the role on April 21, 2026.
Baker Engineering and Risk Consultants (BakerRisk®), an employee-owned risk management consulting firm that specializes in process safety, structural and blast effects engineering, and research and development, has named Quentin Baker interim Chief Executive Officer, and a search for a new executive will commence in early 2026. Mr. Baker will continue to serve as Corporate Treasurer and Director of Incident Investigations.
The TÜV Rheinland Functional Safety Program is a unique opportunity to provide evidence of competency in functional safety from an internationally recognised organisation.
BakerRisk is pleased to announce that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ENPPI was signed on June 17, 2025.
We are pleased to announce our inclusion in the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms list. The list ranks the 500 largest AEC (Architectural, Engineering, and Construction) companies in the U.S. based on design-specific revenue. It is the company’s first appearance on the list, ranking #391.